I recently found a nice build log about setting up a CNC Plasma Cutter. http://cncplasmabuild.com/buidpage18.html Plasma cutters uses a high-frequency, high-voltage spark to ionize the air through the torch head and initiate an arc that can cut thick plates of steel.
Parrot has create some nice quadcopter in the past. This a great addition to their range… It works with a spring that is loaded and released on command.
As in nature, robots need to learn to adapt or die. These origami inspired wheels increased the load capacity of a robot without the need for extra power. It also helps the robot to get into small space for jobs like search and rescue.
I have used Python on and off over the last year or so and keep getting surprised how versatile the programming language is. From the start I have accepted that it’s a scripting language and always used a normal text editor with the hope of someday being able to develop in a proper Integrated Development … Read More →
This reminds me of one of my favorite movies Avatar. (Big blockbuster made in New Zealand.) Mmmm… Looking at the trailer its very similar with of planet mining driving the operation. Related articles across the web NASA to test giant Mars parachute 3 Private Moon Lander Concepts Make NASA’s Short List NASA wants … Read More →
Touch screens has changed the way we interact with machines. But it is still a very primitive, poking around business. The video below demonstrates how using current technology can be Sci-Fied to feel like something out of a Hollywood movie. Motion Leap is also a similar technology to keep in mind -> LeapMotion
I’ve had quite a few people ask why I am not selling my µCurrent through international distributors like I did last time. Well, that’s a good question, and I’ll answer that as well as breaking down the economics of selling your own hardware product, what price you should sell your product at, and the pros & cons … Read More →
Charles Taylor sent us a nice update using one of our CNC shields combined with a Raspberry Pi and an Alamode. He created a step by step instructions and its available on Instructables. http://www.instructables.com/id/Raspberry-Pi-Alamode-CNC-Controller/?ALLSTEPS Related articles across the web Most Popular Raspberry Pi Case: Short Crust AlaMode Arduino Compatible shield for Raspberry Pi Five Best … Read More →
Christian von Koenigsegg is a big name in super sports car industry and he has taken some time to share a bit of their process and how they use 3d printing to make their cars the best in the world. More on the new turbo they have designed…
A few months ago while designing the Arduino CNC Shield I bumped into a guy that was also going through the process of building a CNC machine. Between us we had some good brain storms and ended up with the current version of the CNC Shield. He has been keeping himself busy with a few interesting … Read More →
